Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni heaped praises on Lionel Messi calling him as the Best ever footballer following his incredible display against Ecuador in Copa America quarterfinal.

The Albiceleste progressed to the semifinals of Copa America thanks to Messi’s inspiration as the former Barcelona star provided two assists and scored a mind-blowing free-kick in the additional time.

After the end of the game, Scaloni said Lionel Messi is the best of of all time as he is even loved by his opponents.

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“The best thing that can happen to us as football fans is to take advantage of Messi.”

“I think even his opponents appreciate him, we are talking about the best player of all time”, Scaloni told Marca.

“I think even his opponents appreciate him, we are talking about the best player of all time”, he added.

Messi and teammates will face Colombia on July 7 for the semifinal at 1am.